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A Senior’s Look Back: Chemical Engineers
Wish you could hear from engineering students about their college experiences? You’re in luck! We recently talked to four graduating seniors to get the answers you’re looking for. They shared about college life, their experiences with the UMPPF, and their engineering...
TREE Trip Journal 2023
Ten days, seven pulp & paper sites, and Paris too! By Carrie Enos, President, University of Maine Pulp and Paper Foundation In May, 14 students participated in UMaine’s TREE (Tappi Research Expedition Europe) trip through Amsterdam, Germany, Belgium, and France to...
A Senior’s Look Back: Mechanical Engineers
Are you wondering whether UMaine engineering is for you? Or maybe you’re wondering whether the college experience has changed since you last attended, and you want to know what’s on the minds of graduating seniors. We think one of the best ways to get the answers you...
All You Need to Know: Co-ops and Internships
Final exams have come and gone, students are packing up their dorm rooms, and you’re preparing for your summer job back home. Sounds pretty decent, right? But what if we told you that you could spend your summer living (almost) anywhere across the country doing...
7 Reasons Why Studying Engineering at UMaine Rocks
An engineering career can take you anywhere in the world you want to go. And, honestly, we encourage traveling and working abroad while developing your skills. But while you’re considering college, may we suggest University of Maine as the place to be? We’re...
Networking for Engineers: Top Ten Tips to Make an Impression
We know, even the word “networking” gives you chills and a nervous stomach, but we’re here to tell you—it’s not that bad! We’re all beginners at some point, but we promise it gets better with practice. Why do I need to network? Well… lots of reasons! It’s an important...
We Need More Women in the Engineering Field
In recognition of Black History Month, Women and Girls in Science Day, and Engineer’s Week, all in the short month of February, we’re opening the dialogue about women in the field of engineering. Women represent more than half of the U.S. population and yet represent...
Different Trees Make Different Products
We know the United States uses a lot of toilet paper (second only to China) and that other paper products like paper towels, napkins and tissues are everyday essentials. But what about other popular products that “low-key” contain paper or paper by-products? Let’s...
Beyond Toilet Paper: Surprising Items Made with Paper
We know the United States uses a lot of toilet paper (second only to China) and that other paper products like paper towels, napkins and tissues are everyday essentials. But what about other popular products that “low-key” contain paper or paper by-products? Let’s...
How to Build Your Resume and Land Any Job Interview
Let’s face it, your resume has seconds to capture the attention of an HR recruiter or hiring manager. It’s worth it to put your best resume forward, which starts with the basics. Whether you’re planning on applying for jobs in the near future or not, it’s a great...
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